Kent County Markers

Site of King George's Tavern

From 1724 known as King George's Tavern. On its sign was painted King George's portrait, supplanted, during the Revolution, by the portrait of George Washington. For many years the old hostelry was the meeting place for political rallies and used for Gubernatorial receptions.

The Delaware Public Archives operates a historical markers program as part
of its mandate. Markers are placed at historically significant locations and sites
across the state. For more information on this program, please contact Sarah Denison at (302) 744-5016